New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the 95th edition of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat'. This programme is a way for me to connect with 130 crore Indians, he said.


"Telangana's Hari Prasad sent me a hand-weaved logo of India's G20," the Prime Minister mentioned at the beginning of his address. "People from across the country have written to me about how proud they are that India has got the G20 presidency. India has got this responsibility under Amrit Kaal", he added.






PM Modi said that the G20 Presidency is a major opportunity for India to focus on global good: "G20 presidency is an opportunity for us. We have to focus on global good, be it peace, unity, or sustainable development, India has the solution to challenges related to these things. We have given the theme of 'One Earth, One Family, One Future'."


He lauded the launch of the rocket 'Vikram S' as he mentioned, "On November 18, the whole country witnessed new history being made in the space sector. On this day, India sent its first rocket into space, which was designed and prepared by the private sector of India. The name of this rocket is – 'Vikram-S'. As soon as this first rocket of the indigenous Space Start-up made a historic flight from Sriharikota, the heart of every Indian swelled with pride."


Here are some of his remarks in today's Mann Ki Baat:



  • “'Vikram-S' Rocket is equipped with many features. It is also lighter than other rockets, and also cheaper. Its development cost is much less than the cost incurred by other countries involved in space missions. In space technology, World class standard at a low cost, has now become the hallmark of India. Some crucial parts of this rocket have been made through 3D Printing.”


  • “India is sharing its success in the space sector with its neighbouring countries as well. Just yesterday, India launched a satellite, which has been jointly developed by India and Bhutan. This satellite will send pictures of very good resolution which will help Bhutan in the management of its natural resources. The launching of this satellite is a reflection of the strong Indo-Bhutan relations.”


  • “Our youth are doing wonderful work in the field of Space, Tech, and Innovation. They are thinking Big and Achieving Big. Now they are not going to be satisfied with small achievements. Secondly, in this exciting journey of innovation and value creation, they are also encouraging their other young colleagues and start-ups.”


  • “In the last 8 years the export of musical instruments from India has increased three and a half times. Talking about Electrical Musical Instruments; their export has increased 60 times. This shows that the crase for Indian culture and music is increasing all over the world. The biggest buyers of Indian Musical Instruments are developed countries like USA, Germany, France, Japan and UK. It is a matter of fortune for all of us that our country has such a rich heritage of Music, Dance and Art.” 

  • “'Lidi-Cro-U' organisation has undertaken the work of reviving beautiful facets of Naga culture which were on the verge of being lost. For example, Naga folk music is a very rich genre in itself. This organisation has started the work of launching Naga Music Albums. So far, three such albums have been launched. These people also organise workshops related to folk music and folk dance. Youth are also given training for all these.“


The Prime Minister urged people to join the G-20 by making creative use of the Indian logo. “'I would also urge schools, colleges and universities to create opportunities for discussions, debates and competitions related to G-20 in their respective places. If you go to the G20.in website, you will find many things there according to your interest,“ he mentioned.